Shattered Illusions Love Lies and Redemption (Lizetta and Remington) novel Chapter 657

Ever since Andrea arrived in Zion City, her mood had plummeted. She had always been the cherished princess of the Madden family, doted on and indulged by everyone around her.

Whether it was within the confines of the Madden household or throughout Tranquil Meadows, Andrea was accustomed to being the center of attention, the beloved heir to the Madden family fortune.

But her arrival in Zion City brought an unexpected competitor: Lizetta.

Mrs. Bernice Madden, confusing Lizetta for Andrea, lavished her with attention, making even Nelson show special care towards Lizetta.

Jerome, too, was blatantly favoring Lizetta in a way that was hard to ignore.

All of this filled Andrea with a burning jealousy. She had been out shopping last night, her spirits high from her purchases. Yet, upon returning home, she found Mrs. Bernice Madden fussing over a meal prepared for Lizetta. Andrea mistakenly thought it was a late-night snack prepared for her due to her tardy return.

Andrea asked the servants to serve her some soup, only to be stopped by Mrs. Bernice Madden, who insisted everything was made for Lizetta and not for her.

The irony! Ms. Madden herself, denied a spoonful of soup in her own home!

Later, Jerome went out to deliver the meal to the hospital, returning well past 10 p.m. And now, Mrs. Bernice Madden was all set to visit the hospital again first thing in the morning, with Nelson and Jerome likely to follow.

The entire family seemed to revolve around Lizetta, a woman plagued by misfortune, which Andrea found utterly bewildering.

Losing her appetite, Andrea pressed her lips together, set down her utensils, and announced, "I've lost my appetite. I can't eat this."

Feeling slightly embarrassed, Andrea nuzzled against Nelson, saying, "Okay, okay, grandpa, stop teasing me."

She then walked over to Mrs. Bernice Madden, wrapping her arms around her and planting a kiss on her cheek.

Mrs. Bernice Madden, less than thrilled, swiftly rubbed her face after Andrea pulled away.

As Andrea resumed her meal, she couldn't help but mention, "Ms. Gardenia seems to be everywhere, helping me at the bar, assisting grandma at the airport, and even dancing in my brother's troupe. I wonder if Zion City is just too small, or if she's somehow fated to be intertwined with our family..."

Mrs. Bernice Madden, though confused, was well aware of the Madden family's standing in Tranquil Meadows. It wasn't uncommon for those seeking favor to attempt to win over the easily persuaded matriarch as a way to get closer to the Madden dynasty.